Can you start a sentence with "a" when talking about someone/something?
Can you start a sentence with "a" when talking about someone/something?
Can you start a sentence with "a" when talking about someone/something?
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There is no rule in Polish against using "a" at the beginning of a sentence. Many teachers at school unfortunately scold students for its abuse. They argue that it lacks aesthetics and senselessness of use. Only a good Polish philologist can explain that the conjunction "a" can function as a connective, resultant and opposite conjunction. When used at the beginning, the sentence should refer to the previous sentence. Then no one can stick to it. So you can, just with your head :)
There is no rule in Polish against using "a" at the beginning of a sentence. Many teachers at school unfortunately scold students for its abuse. They argue that it lacks aesthetics and senselessness of use. Only a good Polish philologist can explain that the conjunction "a" can function as a connective, resultant and opposite conjunction. When used at the beginning, the sentence should refer to the previous sentence. Then no one can stick to it. So you can, just with your head :)
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It depends. It seems to me that there are sentences where the "A" at the beginning is not a mistake. For example "What if you hit it all and go to the Bieszczady Mountains" :).
It depends. It seems to me that there are sentences where the "A" at the beginning is not a mistake. For example "What if you hit it all and go to the Bieszczady Mountains" :).
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There are sentences that you can start with "a" and there are sentences that you shouldn't. For example, when we want to express our opinion on a given topic:
- And I think it's a good decision.
- And I think you can do that.
Often in questions there is a phrase:
- But why…?
- What for…?
So you can start sentences with "a", but there are definitely better ways to construct your utterances.
There are sentences that you can start with "a" and there are sentences that you shouldn't. For example, when we want to express our opinion on a given topic:
- And I think it's a good decision.
- And I think you can do that.
Often in questions there is a phrase:
- But why…?
- What for…?
So you can start sentences with "a", but there are definitely better ways to construct your utterances.
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Yes, in Polish you can use the letter "a" at the beginning of a sentence. In Polish, it is used to start interrogative or supplementary sentences. Examples:
- And do you know how to get to the city center?
- How about that?
- What if we went for a walk?
Note that Polish does not use the letter "a" at the beginning of a declarative sentence. In this case, the word "and" or the infinitive is used. Examples:
- I go to the shop.
- I'm tired.
I hope I helped.
Yes, in Polish you can use the letter "a" at the beginning of a sentence. In Polish, it is used to start interrogative or supplementary sentences. Examples:
- And do you know how to get to the city center?
- How about that?
- What if we went for a walk?
Note that Polish does not use the letter "a" at the beginning of a declarative sentence. In this case, the word "and" or the infinitive is used. Examples:
- I go to the shop.
- I'm tired.
I hope I helped.
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According to the Dictionary of the Polish Language, "There is no rule that says that you can't start sentences with conjunctions"
According to the Dictionary of the Polish Language, "There is no rule that says that you can't start sentences with conjunctions"
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Yes, you can start a sentence with "a" when writing about something/someone, but remember to use context and correct grammar. Examples: Alex is very intelligent. (correct as "Alex" is a person) The author of this book is known for his style. (correct because "The author of this book" is a person) There are many new products on the market today. (correct as "new products" is a thing) This app is not available in your country. (correct because "app" is a thing) However, it's always worth considering whether a sentence can't be improved to avoid starting it with an "a".
Yes, you can start a sentence with "a" when writing about something/someone, but remember to use context and correct grammar. Examples: Alex is very intelligent. (correct as "Alex" is a person) The author of this book is known for his style. (correct because "The author of this book" is a person) There are many new products on the market today. (correct as "new products" is a thing) This app is not available in your country. (correct because "app" is a thing) However, it's always worth considering whether a sentence can't be improved to avoid starting it with an "a".
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Yes, the word "a" can be used as a conjunction to introduce a new subject or piece of information. For example: "About your question, I have an interesting answer"
Yes, the word "a" can be used as a conjunction to introduce a new subject or piece of information. For example: "About your question, I have an interesting answer"
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In Polish, I remember that teachers always said that you can't start sentences with conjunctions. However, there is no specific rule anywhere that would indicate this as an error, so there are no contraindications to putting a conjunction at the beginning of a sentence.
In Polish, I remember that teachers always said that you can't start sentences with conjunctions. However, there is no specific rule anywhere that would indicate this as an error, so there are no contraindications to putting a conjunction at the beginning of a sentence.
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Of course, you can emphasize what you're asking about even more this way
Of course, you can emphasize what you're asking about even more this way
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In Polish, there are no rules for using or prohibiting the use of the letter A at the beginning of a sentence. Most often, however, the letter A is used at the beginning of a sentence in order to surprise or ask a question to the previous statement of our interlocutor.
In Polish, there are no rules for using or prohibiting the use of the letter A at the beginning of a sentence. Most often, however, the letter A is used at the beginning of a sentence in order to surprise or ask a question to the previous statement of our interlocutor.
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Yes, you can start a sentence with the word "a" when referring to someone or something. For example, "A woman walked by with a dog on a leash."
Yes, you can start a sentence with the word "a" when referring to someone or something. For example, "A woman walked by with a dog on a leash."
There is no clear rule so if the sentence makes sense and is understandable then why not.
There is no clear rule so if the sentence makes sense and is understandable then why not.
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It is grammatically incorrect and considered a mistake both in school and in official writings. In speech, it is common to start a sentence like this, and few people pay attention to it.
It is grammatically incorrect and considered a mistake both in school and in official writings. In speech, it is common to start a sentence like this, and few people pay attention to it.
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It's grammatically unacceptable, but no one will eat you for writing like that
It's grammatically unacceptable, but no one will eat you for writing like that
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Are you asking for a standalone "A"? You can, especially in questions to emphasize them. Why not? And who will forbid me? But also in those who say: And Janek said it... And the winter was harsh this year, etc
Are you asking for a standalone "A"? You can, especially in questions to emphasize them. Why not? And who will forbid me? But also in those who say: And Janek said it... And the winter was harsh this year, etc
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You can, there is no rule in the Polish language that would prohibit starting a sentence with a conjunction.
You can, there is no rule in the Polish language that would prohibit starting a sentence with a conjunction.
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This is not grammatically correct
This is not grammatically correct
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This is not grammatically correct and should not be used in official forms of expression
This is not grammatically correct and should not be used in official forms of expression
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It's not grammatically correct. it shouldn't. best regards :)
It's not grammatically correct. it shouldn't. best regards :)
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